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New Saudi Beach Cleaning Robot Unveiled By Red Sea Global

The new machine will ensure the pristine shores of the Red Sea and Amaala destinations remain world-class destinations for luxury travel.

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3 months ago

January 31, 2024

Nour Nasir

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Red Sea Global, the developer behind The Red Sea and Amaala destinations in Saudi Arabia, has introduced an innovative robot to ensure the area’s stunning beaches remain free from waste and debris.

This cutting-edge electric robot has been designed to not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the sandy shores but also to combat the persistent issue of plastic pollution and other forms of waste. One of its remarkable features is its ability to detect objects as small as a single cubic centimeter.

Introducing our beach-cleaning robot at @VisitRedSea – fully electric and remote-controlled. With the capability to clean 3,000 m2 in just one hour, it efficiently sifts and collects plastic waste and debris, identifying items as small as 1 cm2. pic.twitter.com/YMPCqiEOOG

— Red Sea Global (@RedSeaGlobal) January 26, 2024

The robot’s exceptional maneuverability enables it to navigate effortlessly around obstacles such as rocks and beach furniture. The machine also boasts an impressive 3,000 square meters of coverage within just one hour.

This newly introduced robot will commence operations at the Red Sea destination, playing a pivotal role in preserving the natural beauty of this world-class location and its exquisite resorts. This achievement underscores Red Sea Global’s dedication to safeguarding its beaches for visitors while also ensuring that the resort’s opulent travel experiences are in line with sustainable environmental practices.

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The Red Sea destination made its debut in 2023 with the opening of two luxury hotels. And since September, the Red Sea International Airport, the primary gateway to this extraordinary destination, has been receiving regular flights.

By the time of its completion in 2030, the Red Sea megaproject is set to feature an impressive array of 50 resorts, comprising a total of 8,000 hotel units and over 1,000 residential units spread across 22 islands and six mainland sites. Additionally, the destination will offer luxurious marinas, world-class golf courses, and an extensive range of entertainment and recreational facilities.

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Dubai Gives Go Ahead For $35 Billion Al Maktoum Airport Expansion

The project will include a new passenger terminal, helping the emirate achieve its goal of operating the world’s largest airport by 2050.

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5 hours ago

April 29, 2024

Nour Nasir

dubai gives go ahead for $35 billion al maktoum airport expansion

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On Sunday, April 28th, Dubai’s HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum gave the go-ahead to a major expansion project for Al Maktoum Airport (DWC).

The development will add a new passenger terminal to DWC, marking a major step in the emirate’s goal to transform the global transport hub into the world’s largest airport by 2050.

The construction project is valued at a massive $34.8 billion (AED128 billion), and is necessary to accommodate the projected surge in air travel over the coming years.

The DWC expansion plans were reportedly shelved in 2019. However, the project regained traction under the airport operating company Dubai Airports, who manage both Dubai International Airport (DXB) and DWC.

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“HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the strategic plan of the #Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects and approved designs for the new passenger terminal at Al Maktoum International Airport, which will be the largest in the world when fully operational,” announced the Dubai government on X, noting that the new terminal will increase annual capacity to over 260 million passengers.

Under the comprehensive development plans, Al Maktoum Airport will surpass the scale of Dubai International Airport by fivefold. Eventually, all of Dubai International’s operations will be moved to the new site.

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Dubai Airport CEO Paul Griffiths has emphasized the need for a new facility as DXB airport approaches its maximum annual capacity of 120 million passengers, explaining that the new development will transform airport operations.

“We are not planning an airport that has terminals. We’re going to completely change the business model for airports, make them far more intimate, and get rid of all the legacy processes that we’ve had to subject our customers to for far too long,” Griffiths stated.